Editorial Managers guide the people, processes, and standards behind compelling, accurate content. They lead editorial teams, oversee publishing calendars, and help organizations deliver work that serves readers and supports business goals. Explore vetted Editorial Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles at organizations hiring experienced professionals for positions that pay $100,000 or more.
Editorial Manager responsibilities vary by employer and industry. Common duties include setting editorial priorities, assigning and reviewing work, managing deadlines, maintaining style and quality standards, and coordinating with writers, designers, marketers, subject-matter experts, and executives. Some roles focus on digital publishing, while others oversee corporate communications, journalism, books, or specialized content.
Employers often look for strong editing and writing judgment, people-management experience, project planning, and the ability to communicate a clear editorial vision. Familiarity with content management systems, audience analytics, SEO, and publishing workflows may also be valuable. Industry knowledge and experience balancing accuracy, brand voice, and production timelines can help candidates stand out.
Editorial Managers can pursue leadership roles across media, technology, healthcare, finance, education, and other sectors. Depending on the organization, the position may offer a path to senior editorial leadership, content strategy, or broader communications management. Compare opportunities by responsibilities, team structure, workplace expectations, and compensation to find a role aligned with your experience and goals.
Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse Editorial Manager listings to discover roles where you can shape content programs, develop editorial talent, and help deliver work that earns audience trust.
$125K - $202K *
Drive key product development programs in the GaN MMIC Business Unit, managing complex projects from inception to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, track progress...
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$120K - $145K *
Transform the future of commercial auto by developing innovative insurance products, shaping strategies for evolving mobility models, and driving market readiness in a dynamic environment focused on t...
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Manager, Quality Engineering, Change Control/Document Review
$116K - $141K *
Lead quality engineering initiatives by managing change control processes, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across cross-functional teams. Serve as a subject matter expert to en...
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Executive Producer, The Interview
$170K - $185K *
Champion the creative and editorial vision for a leading video show, driving audience growth and managing a talented production team. Collaborate with hosts and stakeholders to deliver impactful conve...
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$90K - $110K *
Pioneer a culture of quality as you lead injection molding quality initiatives, ensuring compliance and excellence in a regulated manufacturing environment while driving continuous improvement and col...
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Join a dynamic team to create engaging vertical video content for social platforms. Collaborate with newsroom staff to transform diverse materials into compelling stories, ensuring high editorial stan...
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$160K - $200K *
Lead strategic direction and operational excellence for a software business, driving growth, profitability, and high-performing teams while ensuring customer satisfaction and innovation across all fun...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing custom packaging projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with stakeholders to drive operational efficiency and customer satisfaction...
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Business Analysis Manager (JD Edwards Platform Manager)
$89K - $157K *
Optimize project delivery for JD Edwards by defining requirements, managing backlogs, and ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate initiatives into actionable...
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Business Analysis Manager (JD Edwards Platform Manager)
$89K - $157K *
Grow your career with a pivotal role driving JD Edwards projects, ensuring alignment between business needs and technology capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage backlogs, and lead strate...
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Business Analysis Manager (JD Edwards Platform Manager)
$89K - $157K *
Drive impactful JD Edwards (E1) solutions by leading project management, aligning business needs with technology, and ensuring successful project delivery through stakeholder collaboration and effecti...
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$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in defining and elevating content strategy to enhance brand voice, drive engagement, and support business growth through innovative storytelling and strategic partnerships across multi...
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$120K - $150K *
Shape the future of content strategy by leading enterprise initiatives that enhance brand voice, engage audiences, and drive growth through innovative storytelling and strategic partnerships across mu...
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$120K - $150K *
Accelerate progress at a leading financial services firm by driving enterprise content strategy. Lead messaging, storytelling, and innovative content initiatives to enhance brand engagement and suppor...
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$120K - $150K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic content initiatives that enhance brand voice and drive growth. As a key player, you'll shape messaging, develop impactful content, and collaborate across teams...
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Manager, New Business Operations
$95K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance new business operations, supporting strategic initiatives and client engagement. This role demands exceptional organization, attention to detail, and the ability to mana...
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$164K - $226K *
Shape the future of procurement by leading product strategy and transformation across our portfolio. Drive innovation and exceptional value for clients while collaborating with senior leaders to accel...
3 weeks ago
$164K - $226K *
Drive product strategy and transformation for a leading procurement portfolio. Collaborate with global stakeholders to enhance client value, foster growth, and lead innovations that align with busines...
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Sr. Editorial Manager - Markets and Investing
$110K - $130K *
Innovate content strategies and develop compelling narratives for financial advisors. Collaborate with experts to translate complex insights into engaging editorial pieces, ensuring alignment with ind...
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Sr. Editorial Manager - Markets and Investing
$100K - $120K *
Transform editorial strategy by developing impactful content that resonates with financial advisors. Collaborate with experts to synthesize insights, craft compelling narratives, and elevate thought l...
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$95K - $110K *
Manage and optimize diverse production projects, ensuring seamless execution, budget adherence, and team collaboration across various experiential environments while exceeding client expectations...
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$140K - $160K *
Lead the charge in crafting seamless account experiences that connect users to a unified product vision and enterprise-wide strategic goals, optimizing security, ease, and scalability across our digit...
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$140K - $160K *
Optimize user access by leading product strategy for account management across a diverse ecosystem. Collaborate with teams to create secure and seamless experiences for millions, while driving unified...
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$95K - $110K *
Create and manage projects across various formats, leading teams to deliver high-quality production work while maintaining timelines, budgets, and client satisfaction. Collaborate closely with multipl...
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$95K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing multifaceted projects across diverse platforms. Oversee production personnel, budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships while ensuring seamless execution and client sati...
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What does an Editorial Manager do?
An Editorial Manager oversees editorial planning and production. The role may include managing editors or writers, assigning and reviewing content, maintaining quality standards, coordinating schedules, and aligning published work with audience and organizational goals.
What qualifications are commonly required for Editorial Manager jobs?
Requirements depend on the employer, but many positions seek substantial writing or editing experience, a record of managing projects or teams, strong communication skills, and familiarity with relevant publishing tools and workflows. Some employers also require expertise in a particular industry.
Where do Editorial Managers work?
Editorial Managers work in a range of settings, including media and publishing, technology, corporate communications, healthcare, finance, education, and nonprofit organizations. Their focus may be print, digital, brand, or specialized content.
How can I find high-paying Editorial Manager jobs?
Browse Editorial Manager listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary details, responsibilities, location, and workplace expectations.